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Sip of the Day

November 8, 2020

Day #[wpdts-day-of-year start=”post-created”] of the year.

St. Francis Reserve Merlot

Contrary to most normal people in the world, pasta and I broke up for several years when I found out I have a gluten allergy. During our time spent at home this past year, pasta and I have gotten back together, but this time we took it slow and the gods have given me a pasta that’s gluten free. Gnocchi, fettuccini, Shells… the world is my noodle and we’re having a serious love affair. I think my favorite quality about pasta is how easily it pairs with just about ANY wine (the most important quality I look for in a partner). The comfort of plain pasta with olive oil and chardonnay. Saturday nights with Pasta dressed in pesto with a crisp Sauvignon blanc. Tonight, my pasta will be decorated in homemade Bolognaise sauce and we will sit down together with St. Francis Reserve Merlot. Romantic or not, that’s us… and I can tell you we’re very happy together.

ORIGIN

Sonoma Valley, California

Grapes

Merlot

Tasting Notes

This Reserve wine captivates with the expressive flavors, full body and balanced acidity that come from ideal Sonoma Valley conditions. Abundant aromas of dark red fruits and French Roast coffee merge with mocha, plum and cherry preserve flavors, finishing smooth and slightly spicy.

Food Match

Excellent with duck confit, short ribs and poached pears.

AUTHOR:

Gabrielle Tapia

Gabrielle earned a Level 2 certificate from the Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) and has continued her wine education by becoming a Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) in 2020. In addition to writing for Wine365, she also provides creative contributions and research analytics.